Status:
valid
Authors:
Liebm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Mexic. Neldeagt. Pl. : 22 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451784
Common Names
- Longipes Myriocarpa
- Long-Stalked Myriocarpa
- Myriocarpa
Description
Myriocarpa longipes (also called 'long-stalked myriocarpa', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia, where it is found in Queensland and New South Wales. It grows in moist, sheltered areas in open forest, woodland and heath.
Uses & Benefits
Myriocarpa longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myriocarpa longipes is a small, yellowish-green spike, with the seed being a small, round, greenish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, round, yellowish-green and have a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myriocarpa longipes is a slow-growing perennial that prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they are well established.
Where to Find Myriocarpa longipes
Myriocarpa longipes can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Myriocarpa longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myriocarpa longipes?
Myriocarpa longipes
What is the common name of Myriocarpa longipes?
Long-stalked ginger lily
Where is Myriocarpa longipes native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Myriocarpa genus
Myriocarpa longipes,
Myriocarpa cordifolia,
Myriocarpa stipitata,
Myriocarpa bifurca,
Myriocarpa laevigata,
Myriocarpa obovata,
Myriocarpa brachystachys,
Myriocarpa filiformis,
Myriocarpa heterospicata,
Myriocarpa obscura,
Myriocarpa purpurascens,
Myriocarpa tatei,
Myriocarpa cubilgueitzensis,
Myriocarpa trifurca,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,